Hitachi Energy
Continuous Improvement Leader, Digital Transformation
Hitachi Energy, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Continuous Improvement Leader, Digital Transformation
Join
Hitachi Energy
as our
Continuous Improvement Leader, Digital Transformation
for the North American Hub and become the catalyst for operational excellence across our transformer factories and functional teams. In this highly visible role, you’ll partner with leaders at every level to embed Lean thinking, champion continuous improvement, and deliver breakthrough results that shape the future of our business. You’ll have the chance to influence strategy, coach teams, and see your impact in measurable business outcomes.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Partner with cross‑functional leaders to develop and execute strategy deployment.
Facilitate breakthrough objectives, action plans, and Kaizen initiatives.
Lead the implementation and maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System.
Champion Lean tools and methods such as 5S, Daily Management, and Value Stream Mapping.
Drive KPI optimization and process improvement across factories and functions.
Lead cost‑out and productivity projects to achieve business targets.
Train and coach teams to build continuous improvement capability.
Foster a coaching culture focused on engagement and accountability.
Collaborate with digital, IT, and business process teams to maximize productivity.
Background
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business.
15+ years’ experience in Lean management, continuous improvement, or manufacturing.
Proven success implementing major Lean systems (e.g., Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell).
Lean/Six Sigma certification (Lean Master, Black Belt, etc.).
Experience with SAP S/4HANA and business process flow.
Demonstrated ability to deliver breakthrough results and lead change.
More About Us
At Hitachi Energy, you’ll join a diverse, inclusive team committed to innovation and sustainability.
We offer opportunities for professional growth, global collaboration, and continuous learning.
Be part of a company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level Employment type:
Full‑time
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the Aff··
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Hitachi Energy
as our
Continuous Improvement Leader, Digital Transformation
for the North American Hub and become the catalyst for operational excellence across our transformer factories and functional teams. In this highly visible role, you’ll partner with leaders at every level to embed Lean thinking, champion continuous improvement, and deliver breakthrough results that shape the future of our business. You’ll have the chance to influence strategy, coach teams, and see your impact in measurable business outcomes.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Partner with cross‑functional leaders to develop and execute strategy deployment.
Facilitate breakthrough objectives, action plans, and Kaizen initiatives.
Lead the implementation and maturity of the Integrated Transformer Management (ITM) System.
Champion Lean tools and methods such as 5S, Daily Management, and Value Stream Mapping.
Drive KPI optimization and process improvement across factories and functions.
Lead cost‑out and productivity projects to achieve business targets.
Train and coach teams to build continuous improvement capability.
Foster a coaching culture focused on engagement and accountability.
Collaborate with digital, IT, and business process teams to maximize productivity.
Background
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business.
15+ years’ experience in Lean management, continuous improvement, or manufacturing.
Proven success implementing major Lean systems (e.g., Toyota, Danaher, Honeywell).
Lean/Six Sigma certification (Lean Master, Black Belt, etc.).
Experience with SAP S/4HANA and business process flow.
Demonstrated ability to deliver breakthrough results and lead change.
More About Us
At Hitachi Energy, you’ll join a diverse, inclusive team committed to innovation and sustainability.
We offer opportunities for professional growth, global collaboration, and continuous learning.
Be part of a company where your ideas and contributions truly matter.
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level Employment type:
Full‑time
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, applicants may request to review the Aff··
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